I shoot Single Stack and have gotten used to light participation in matches. For me, it was never about the competition. I strive to be the best I could be on that day. Because of the 8 round mags, I only had one makeup shot available on any stage. I learned early on how to shoot Alpha-Charlies. I learned how to break down stages. In short, I became a better shooter. I would suggest that you enjoy yourself, know what you want to get better at and have fun. It is, after all, a local match where you win bragging rights. If that is not enough, try comparing your performance against someone who is classified above you.